JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2017 - January 31, 2018
Mathematica Policy Research
Position Title/Short Description
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Locations: Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES
Princeton, New Jersey, UNITED STATES
Cambridge, Massachusetts, UNITED STATES
Ann Arbor, Michigan, UNITED STATES
Chicago, Illinois, UNITED STATES
Oakland, California, UNITED STATES
Woodlawn, Maryland, UNITED STATES
Seattle, Washington, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
I1 -- Health
D -- Microeconomics
C -- Mathematical and Quantitative Methods
H -- Public Economics
Full Text of JOE Listing:
Mathematica Policy Research is seeking economists to conduct public policy research and analysis in the areas of health and health care, disability, health information technology and data science. Our mission is to improve public well-being through rigorous, objective research using state-of-the-art methods.
Economists/Researchers: Economists collaborate with senior staff to design rigorous methods for evaluating programs and policies, conduct analyses, draft reports, present findings to policy and professional audiences, and publish in professional journals. A qualified candidate should have strong analytic and quantitative skills and possess a Ph.D. in economics or a related field by fall 2018. They should also have a strong interest in working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that emphasizes quality, rigor, critical thinking, and professional development. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. Experience in policy research is a plus.
Mathematica, a nationally recognized, nonpartisan research organization, has offices in Princeton, NJ; Washington, DC; Cambridge, MA; Ann Arbor, MI; Oakland, CA; Chicago, IL; Seattle, WA; and Woodlawn, MD. Mathematica offers competitive salary and benefits packages (http://www.mathematica-mpr.com/career-opportunities/benefits-at-a-glance). We encourage and provide support for staff to engage in professional activities such as journal publications and conference participation. For additional information, please visit our website: www.mathematica-mpr.com.
To Apply For a Position:
A cover letter, CV, and writing sample or job market paper must be submitted at the time of application via our online application system. Mathematica will be conducting interviews at the AEA conference January 5-7, 2018. The deadline for applying to be considered for an interview at the AEA conference is December 1, 2017. Please note in your cover letter if you will be attending the AEA conference.
Applicants interested primarily in health research (including disability policy research) should submit an application at: https://careers.mathematica-mpr.com/job/washington/health-economist/727/6028673
Additionally, three letters of recommendation should be submitted directly by your references to HumanResources@mathematica-mpr.com
Questions may be addressed to HumanResources@mathematica-mpr.com
Application Requirements:
- External Application URL and Instructions Below